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The delicate dance to preserve the magic of Abbey Road’s legendary Studio One

Nearly a century after its opening, Studio One underwent a six-month, multimillion-pound refurbishment, with the main priority being the preservation of one very important thing: the sound.

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WFMTSeptember 21, 2022

Video: James Conlon & Johnny Gandelsman Reflect on Music of the Holocaust
Elton John
Associated PressSeptember 20, 2022

Elton John to perform at White House on Friday
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WFMTSeptember 18, 2022

Music for Her Majesty: Important Musical Moments in the Life of Queen Elizabeth II of England

Mozart Made Mini in New “Matchbox” Magic Flute by Tony-Winner Mary Zimmerman
Keegan MorrisFebruary 10, 2024
"It's sort of maximalist in a tiny little space," describes Tony-winning adapter/director Mary Zimmerman of her miniaturized Matchbox Magic Flute.
Portrait of Seiji Ozawa

Acclaimed Japanese conductor Seiji Ozawa dies at age 88
Associated PressFebruary 9, 2024
The Japanese conductor amazed audiences with the lithe physicality of his performances during three decades at the helm of the BSO. He served as the first music director of Ravinia from 1964 to 1968.

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classical music for walking: a beautiful path

Playlist: Classical Music for Long Walks
Fatima DabbahSeptember 15, 2022
In an array of stimulating and soothing music, give your walk a melodic backdrop or clear your mind for some deep thinking.
Ramsey Lewis

Renowned jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis has died, age 87
Associated PressSeptember 12, 2022
The Chicago born and based Lewis was revered in jazz circles for hits like "The In Crowd" and "Hang on Sloopy." He earned three Grammys and seven gold records.
Ramsey Lewis

From 2015: Ramsey Lewis On His Long Overdue CSO Debut
Stephen RaskauskasSeptember 12, 2022
WFMT spoke to the Chicago-born Lewis in 2015, when, at the age of 80, his music received its first CSO performance.
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